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[EN] Enhancing Science - the eScience Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Nov 19, 2024
Luisa Orozco is a research software engineer at the Netherlands eScience Center, with a rich background in civil engineering and physics. Jura Smits also specializes in healthcare, focusing on federated learning and data privacy. They discuss the challenges of integrating machine learning in various fields, particularly chemistry, and the complexities of managing healthcare data privacy. Their insights reveal the unique pathways to their current roles and highlight the importance of collaborative efforts in enhancing digital skills and ensuring data safety in research.
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- The eScience Center in Amsterdam enhances scientific research through innovative software engineering and multidisciplinary collaboration among its diverse team of engineers.
- The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the necessity of effective communication and adaptability for research software engineers transitioning to remote work environments.
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The eScience Center, located on the outskirts of Amsterdam, is designed to enhance scientific research through software and digital data since its inception in 2012. It operates as an independent organization, establishing a global reputation for its contributions to research software engineering. Key initiatives include hosting international workshops and developing a research software directory that supports various research institutions, such as the Helmholtz Association in Germany. The center aims to improve the application of computational resources in academia, showcasing its commitment to advancing research methodologies.
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